Atrial Fibrillation – What should I do first?

Course Details

Connect The Docs brings you an RACGP CPD Course worth 0.5 hours of Educational Activities points in the 2023-2025 Triennium.

Learn about the incidence and prevalence of AF, explore the latest diagnostic tools for identification in general practice, and understand effective management strategies to mitigate the risk of thromboembolic events. Delve into current treatment modalities for AF and master the art of identifying appropriate referral pathways. Elevate your clinical expertise and provide optimal care for patients with this prevalent cardiac condition.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Recall the incidence and prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) in General Practice
  2. Recall current and novel diagnostic tools available for use in general practice to identify AF
  3. Identify management strategies to reduce the risk of thromboembolic events
  4. Identify current treatment modalities for AF and identify referral pathways

Dr John Hayes is an Electrophysiologist located in Queensland. He is a Director and Founding Member of the Queensland Cardiovascular Group (QCG) and is a Visiting Medical Officer at the St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, Holy Spirit Northside, Greenslopes Private Hospital, and Mater Private Hospital. Click here to connect with Dr John Hayes.

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